Entomatadas de Pollo (Chicken Entomatadas) is a tasty and easy Mexican recipe. It’s made with fried tortillas stuffed with chicken and drenched in a savory tomato sauce.
You know when everyone wants something different for dinner? I HATE THAT! That’s why I love this dish. I can make it with chicken for the meat-loving, carnivore family members, or meatless with cheese for me. Everyone is happy, and that makes for a happy cook!
To make Entomatadas de Pollo (Chicken Entomatadas) you start with the sauce. Set it aside until ready to use. By the way, this dish is sometimes referred to as “Chicken Tomato Enchiladas.”
Now, time to fry the tortillas. If you don’t want to fry because of the smell or because you’re trying to watch your figure, try brushing some oil on the tortillas. Then warm them up on the griddle.
Dip the tortilla in the red sauce.
Then fill them up with leftover chicken. I always make extras for just this reason. It’s great use of leftovers.
Top with more sauce, crumbled queso fresco, and a few slices of avocado. Hope you enjoy!
Entomatadas de Pollo (Chicken Entomatadas)
Ingredients
- 4 Roma tomatoes
- 1 jalapeño
- ¼ onion
- 1 garlic
- Water
- Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 cup oil
- 8 corn tortillas
- 1 lb cooked chicken shredded
- 1 10-ounce package Queso Fresco
- Chopped Cilantro optional
Instructions
- In a stock pot, add tomatoes, jalapeño, onion, garlic, and water.
- (Add enough water to cover everything).
- Bring to a boil and let simmer for 10 minutes.
- Turn heat off.
- Carefully discard the water.
- Add everything from the pot to a blender.
- Add salt and cumin to the blender.
- Blend until smooth.
- Pour salsa into a deep plate.
- Heat oil in a large pan.
- Fry each tortilla individually for 1 minute on each side.
- Place on a paper towel to drain any excess fat.
- Dip the fried tortilla in the salsa.
- Place the tortilla on the serving plate and fill with a few pieces of chicken.
- Fold over the other side of the tortilla.
- Repeat with each tortilla until done.
- Top with Queso Fresco and cilantro.
- Serve immediately.
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I love anything with tomato sauces! Plus all ingredients are made right here in the kitchen – it makes this recipe so enticing.
I love chicken and tomatoes. I’ve never had this dish before, I’m curious about the texture and would love to try it.
I have not the chance yet to taste this Mexican dish. I’m not sure if I would like it, but I would be happy to try it.
Another chicken meal to eat. haha! Thanks! Might do it in the coming weekend.
These look so yummy, I’ve never heard of them before! The look so full of flavor!
Oh my goodness…. this is like heavenly! I am pinning this and printing the recipe as I am loving this delicious looking dish and will have to make it for my family. Thank you!
This looks healthy and easy to prepare too. I love how light and nutritious the food is.
I’m reading your blog and I am not yet having lunch, which makes me feel more hungry! OMG your recipe looks delicious!